BHU UG Admission 2026 Registration Begins; Apply by July 25 at bhucuet.samarth.edu.in

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has officially commenced the registration process for its Undergraduate Admissions 2026. Candidates who have cleared the CUET-UG exam can now apply for admission at BHU. through the dedicated Samarth eGov portal, bhucuet.samarth.edu.in. The application window for CUET-UG admissions is open from 9th July 2026 to 25th July 2026 11:59 hrs. BHU CUET-UG Admission 2026 counselling fee is Rs. 500 (General/OBC/EWS) and Rs. 250 (SC/ST/PwBD).

BHU UG Admission 2026: Key Dates

Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate programmes at Banaras Hindu University for the academic year 2026 must adhere to the specified application timeline. The registration process is currently active, and applicants are advised to complete their submissions well before the deadline.

BHU UG Admissions 2026: Direct Registration Links

Candidates can use the following official portals to complete their BHU UG 2026 admission registration and access admission-related notifications.

How to Apply for BHU UG Admission 2026?

The application process for Banaras Hindu University’s Undergraduate Admissions 2026 is managed entirely online through the Samarth eGov platform. Prospective students must ensure they have all necessary documents and information ready before beginning the application.

1. Go to the official BHU CUET Samarth eGov website, bhucuet.samarth.edu.in. 
2. Locate and click on the ‘New Registration’ under ‘Apply for Admissions’ section.
3. Fill in all required CUET-UG, personal and academic details accurately in the application form.
4. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, such as photographs and signatures, as per the specified format and size.
5. Review the entire application form carefully before final submission to avoid any errors.
6. Submit the application and download a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

BHU UG Admission 2026: Counseling Fees

Candidates must pay a non-refundable counselling registration fee while submitting the BHU UG admission form through the Samarth portal.

Note: The counselling registration fee is non-refundable and is mandatory for participating in the BHU UG admission process. This fee is separate from the admission/seat confirmation fee payable after seat allotment.

Seat Allotment Process After BHU Counseling Registration

After the registration process ends, BHU will prepare the merit list based on CUET-UG 2026 scores, programme preferences, eligibility, reservation rules, and seat availability. Seat allotment results will be released in multiple rounds on the Samarth portal.

Candidates allotted a seat must:

• Check the allotment result on the BHU Samarth portal.
• Accept the allotted seat within the given deadline.
• Pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.
• Complete document verification and other admission formalities.

Candidates who do not receive a seat in the first round may be considered in subsequent counselling rounds, subject to seat availability.

Options Available After Seat Allotment

After each round of seat allotment, candidates will have the following options:

• Freeze: Accept the allotted seat and confirm admission by paying the required fee. The candidate will not be considered for further rounds.
• Upgrade: Accept the allotted seat while remaining eligible for a higher-preference programme in subsequent counselling rounds, subject to seat availability.
• Withdraw/Exit: Candidates who do not wish to continue with the admission process may withdraw as per the schedule notified by BHU.

Documents Required for BHU UG Admissions 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents ready in the prescribed format while filling out the BHU UG admission form and during the admission process:

• CUET UG 2026 Application Number and Score Card.
• Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate (for date of birth verification).
• Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate.
• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Scanned signature.
• Birth Certificate (if applicable).
• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable.
• PwBD Certificate, if applicable.
• Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, etc.).
• Any other programme-specific or reservation-related documents, if required by BHU.

BHU UG 2026 Expected Cutoff

Based on previous admission trends and expert analyses, the expected first-round CUET UG 2026 cutoffs for major course streams at BHU are as follows:

About Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

Banaras Hindu University (BHU), located in Varanasi, India, is a premier central university with a rich legacy. It was founded in 1916 by the visionary Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, with significant cooperation from Dr Annie Besant.

The establishment of BHU was formalized through the B.H.U. Act 1915, a parliamentary legislation, underscoring its national importance. The university describes itself as an “internationally reputed temple of learning,” a sentiment echoed by Dr Annie Besant, who viewed it as the “University of India.”

Today, BHU is a vast educational institution, comprising 5 Institutes, 16 Faculties, and 135 Departments. This extensive structure allows it to offer a wide array of academic programmes across various disciplines, attracting students from across the country and beyond.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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